/24-7PressRelease/ - ROCKVILLE, MD, May 22, 2008 - The Platelet Disorder Support Association is pleased to announce its programs and presenters line-up for ITP Conference 2008, which will be held June 20-22 in Lombard, Illinois, just outside of Chicago. This year's conference theme, "Lighting the Way: Celebrating a Decade of Caring, Sharing & Hope," commemorates the nonprofit organization's 10th anniversary.
In addition to learning about the most up-to-date information on ITP, including the latest research and newest treatments, PDSA will offer those with ITP and other platelet disorders the opportunity to hear about issues they deal with on a daily basis including fighting fatigue, coping with stress and nutritional support.
If you haven't attended an ITP Conference before, this is the year to come. The Platelet Disorder Support Association will honor Founder, Joan Young, upon her retirement as president. To celebrate the PDSA's 10th anniversary, a whole host of special activities is planned, including a 10th anniversary party featuring Comedian Rocky LaPorte. The beautiful and brand new Westin Lombard Yorktown Center will serve as the host hotel.
Programs and Presenters:
Tired of Being Tired? Tips for Fighting Fatigue - Robert DeMaria, DC, has over 30 years experience as a Natural Health Care Doctor. He is a national and international speaker; author of Dr. Bob's Guide to Stop ADHD in 18 Days, Dr. Bob's Trans Fat Survival Guide, Dr. Bob's Guide to Optimal Health, and hosts his own TV program.
Inhabiting the Present Moment - An Introduction to Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction - Chris Smith is a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. He is an instructor in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) at the Center for Mindfulness in the Integrative Medicine Department at the University of Wisconsin Madison.
Basics of Healthy Eating - Meredith McCarty, DC, NE. Formerly an associate editor of Natural Health magazine and an author of three cookbooks, including the award-winning Sweet & Natural, Meredith co-directed a holistic health center for 20 years.
The Future of Healthcare - Meredith McCarty, Chris Smith and Joan Young share their views on this important subject.
For more information or to register for the ITP Conference 2008, visit our Web site at http://www.pdsa.org or call toll free 1-87-PLATELET (1-877-528-3538).
About ITP
ITP, immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura, is an autoimmune disease. In autoimmune diseases, the body mounts an immune attack toward one or more seemingly normal organ systems. In ITP, platelets are the target. They are marked as foreign by the immune system and eliminated in the spleen and sometimes, the liver. In addition to increased platelet destruction, some people with ITP also have impaired platelet production. Without a sufficient number of platelets, a person with ITP is subject to spontaneous bleeding or bruising.
About PDSA
The Platelet Disorder Support Association is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) and other platelet disorders through education, advocacy and research. For more information, please contact us at 1-87-PLATELET or visit our Web site at http://www.pdsa.org.
Contact: Caroline Kruse
(877) 528-3538
ckruse@pdsa.org
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